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At a Glance
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS
Star Rating
(531)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$$$ per year/per user
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MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro
Star Rating
(120)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (49.1% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Esri ArcGIS excels in Data Visualization with a score of 9.0, while MapInfo Pro follows closely with a score of 8.3. Reviewers mention that ArcGIS offers more advanced visualization tools, making it easier to create compelling maps and presentations.
  • Reviewers mention that MapInfo Pro shines in Ease of Setup with a score of 8.8 compared to Esri ArcGIS's score of 7.3. Users say that MapInfo Pro's installation process is more straightforward, allowing for quicker onboarding.
  • G2 users highlight Esri ArcGIS's superior Cartography capabilities, particularly in Map Design with a score of 9.1, while MapInfo Pro scores 8.4. Users report that ArcGIS provides more sophisticated tools for creating detailed and aesthetically pleasing maps.
  • Users on G2 indicate that MapInfo Pro has a slight edge in Distance Analysis with a score of 9.2, compared to Esri ArcGIS's score of 8.8. Reviewers mention that MapInfo Pro's tools for measuring distances and analyzing spatial relationships are particularly user-friendly.
  • Reviewers say that Esri ArcGIS leads in Predictive Analysis with a score of 8.4, while MapInfo Pro scores 8.0. Users report that ArcGIS offers more robust features for forecasting and modeling, which are essential for data-driven decision-making.
  • Users report that both products have similar scores in Collaboration / Workflow at 8.3, but reviewers mention that Esri ArcGIS provides better integration with other platforms, enhancing team collaboration on projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Esri ArcGIS
ArcGIS Online Subscription Plan Information
$$$
per year/per user
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MapInfo Pro
No pricing available
Free Trial
Esri ArcGIS
Free Trial is available
MapInfo Pro
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
439
8.3
97
Ease of Use
7.3
440
7.9
97
Ease of Setup
7.3
128
8.8
31
Ease of Admin
7.5
125
8.8
28
Quality of Support
8.1
406
8.4
85
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
119
8.5
27
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
423
6.6
96
Features by Category
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Self Service
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Advanced Analytics
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Building Reports
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Platform
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Data Management
9.0
119
8.7
61
8.7
126
8.1
60
9.0
127
8.4
70
9.0
131
8.3
70
Map Creation
8.7
109
8.6
54
8.9
116
8.6
62
9.0
129
8.8
64
8.8
126
8.1
61
Analysis
9.2
124
8.2
65
8.5
107
7.9
55
7.9
69
7.9
30
8.8
529
8.6
248
Cartography
9.1
57
8.4
29
9.3
53
8.7
25
9.0
54
8.6
27
9.3
55
8.9
28
Analysis
8.4
48
8.8
18
8.8
52
9.2
24
9.3
53
9.0
25
8.7
37
9.0
15
Reporting
8.4
49
8.5
25
8.4
34
7.7
17
8.2
37
7.8
15
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS
MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro
Esri ArcGIS and MapInfo Pro are categorized as GIS and Location Intelligence
Unique Categories
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS has no unique categories
MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
30.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
38.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
31.6%
MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
21.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
49.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS
Government Administration
15.6%
Higher Education
9.7%
Environmental Services
9.7%
Civil Engineering
9.5%
Utilities
6.1%
Other
49.5%
MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro
Civil Engineering
21.7%
Telecommunications
17.9%
Environmental Services
11.3%
Utilities
6.6%
Government Administration
4.7%
Other
37.7%
Most Helpful Reviews
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Sarah R.
SR
Sarah R.
Verified User in Higher Education

I like the interface that GIS uses. Specifically the Desktop version (I mainly use ArcMap10.2, and ArcCatalog,). I find Arc products to be very consistent, and as such, I feel comfortable using the various software in different situations. Its is also...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Government Administration

It is hard to learn, not user friendly, and the GUI leads to slow work processes.

MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Paul T.
PT
Paul T.
Verified User in Construction

Great piece of software overall. Relatively easy to use with a simple interface and a good array of features. Made my analysis of soil assay result interpretation a lot easier and quicker than if they had had to be drawn out by hand (always did a random...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Zaher M.
ZM
Zaher M.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

well , its a long list ,, inspite of a lot of flexebeilty with Mapbasic ,, there is a limitation when u use a network lecince ,, for example , hot keys , shortcust is suck in here , so i wrote a script which is good in my home ,, but i cant use it in my...

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Discussions
Esri ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS Discussions
Where can I learn more about the technical details of ArcGIS Pro?
2 comments
Official Response from Esri ArcGIS
For more technical information on ArcGIS Pro.Read more
what is price of the software
2 comments
MG
This depends on the product you would like to purchase. For more information please refer to this product page....Read more
Where can I learn more about options for software developers?
1 comment
Official Response from Esri ArcGIS
The software development tools that Esri has to offer.Read more
MapInfo Pro
MapInfo Pro Discussions
Where can I discuss MapInfo Pro with experts and users?
2 comments
Tom G.
TG
Li360 Community, an online community for clients, product engineers, partners and the “GIS curious” to explore Location Intelligence capabilities,...Read more
Is web based sharing of GIS data like QGIS Cloud part of Mapifo's roadmap, if so is there a timing?
2 comments
KI
Check out Spectrum Spatial Analyst, it is a web based solution also from PitneyBowes and allows you to upload layers and workspaces directly from MIPro.Read more
What is the best way to integrate it with GeoServer?
2 comments
Peter H.
PH
GeoServer also allows you to publish data through OGC compliant web services which can be used from within MapInfo ProRead more